Oct 2, 2024

From the Prairies to Picasso: USask alumnus adds to legacy of philanthropy

He is a world-renowned art dealer and expert in Picasso prints, dealing with some of the world’s greatest galleries from the British Museum in London to the Metropolitan Museum and the Museum of Modern Art in New York, and has sold to celebrated clients around the world. But Dr. Frederick Mulder (BA’64, LLD’17, PhD) has never forgotten where he came from.

Sep 27, 2024

Student lounge named in honour of the late Dr. Cecil King

Dr. Cecil King (BEd’73, MEd’75, PhD) was a pioneer in First Nations teacher education throughout Canada and the founding director of the Indian Teacher Education Program (ITEP) at the University of Saskatchewan. He passed away on May 4, 2022 at the age of 90.

Sep 26, 2024

USask scholars create a legacy

Following the passing of Professor Emeritus Len Findlay (DLitt’11), Professor Emerita Isobel Findlay (MA’80) is honouring her husband’s memory through two funds that will support graduate students and community research

Sep 23, 2024

Putting patients first

USask graduate and honorary degree recipient Dr. Richard Ehman (BSc’74, MD’79, DSc’00), a Mayo Clinic radiologist and researcher, reflects on his university education and his impactful career in medical imaging

Sep 23, 2024

‘I hope to live up to the name of Dr. Langelier’

A familiar and endearing face will be among those welcoming University of Saskatchewan student Rory Langelier to the veterinary profession on Sept. 23 during the Western College of Veterinary Medicine’s (WCVM) annual white coat ceremony.

Sep 16, 2024

Advancing women’s economic security

USask graduate Barbara Battiste (BA’67) reflects on the impactful work she undertook at her ‘dream job’ at Minnesota’s legislative Office on the Economic Status of Women

Sep 13, 2024

Sister act

Three members of The Garrys, an award-winning Saskatoon surf rock band, are siblings who graduated from the University of Saskatchewan

Sep 6, 2024

USask set for Homecoming 2024

One of the most anticipated campus traditions, Homecoming 2024 welcomes back students, staff, alumni and the entire University of Saskatchewan (USask) community to reminisce, reunite and root for the Huskies.

Sep 4, 2024

Nuit Blanche Eve weaves creativity and community at USask

The University of Saskatchewan (USask) will spotlight a cross-campus collection of aspiring artists showcasing unique works in interesting spaces and places during the sixth annual Nuit Blanche Eve event on Friday, Sept. 27.

Aug 30, 2024

Family ties

New USask student Janessa Mirasty is set to follow in the footsteps of many of her family members, who have graduated with Bachelor of Education degrees during the 51-year history of the Indian Teacher Education Program.

Aug 29, 2024

Giving Day 2024: Dash pursues research for the better good

USask Giving Day, a one-day fundraising initiative to be held on Sept. 10, will focus on supporting key areas including leading research while inspiring students like Akshara Dash as she pursues a future in critical and speculative design.

Aug 26, 2024

PATH TO PARIS: USask, Huskie Athletics well represented at Olympics

While Lisa Thomaidis was coaching in a remarkable fourth straight Summer Games, Paris provided the perfect place to make memories to last a lifetime in their first Olympics for fellow University of Saskatchewan (USask) Huskies representatives Jason Reindl (BSKin'06) and Connor Jay (BSKin'17, BEd'19).

Aug 2, 2024

From Saskatchewan to the world

USask graduates John Cote (BSA’86) and Barb Stefanyshyn-Cote (BSA’87, MSc’94) are attracting global attention with award-winning spirits produced at Black Fox Farm and Distillery

Jul 29, 2024

PATH TO PARIS: USask alum Shaw ready to race in Paralympics

Dr. Keely Shaw (BScKin'16, MSc'20, PhD'24) amassed multiple medals and picked up passport stamps from Belgium, Brazil, Chile, Italy and Scotland over the past 12 months as she racked up the frequent flyer miles in preparation for the Paris Paralympics.

Jul 15, 2024

‘It very much feels like home’

USask graduate Skye Brandon (BFA’00, MA’19) is returning to the stage at the annual Shakespeare on the Saskatchewan festival

Jul 11, 2024

USask establishes Jarislowsky and BMO Chair in Regenerative Agriculture

Dr. Kate Congreves (PhD) has been appointed the Jarislowsky and BMO Chair in Regenerative Agriculture at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) to lead research supporting the wider-scale adoption of beneficial production and environmental practices necessary for food security.

Jun 28, 2024

Siemens gift helps USask develop local talent in electronic chip design

The University of Saskatchewan (USask) has received a significant gift from Siemens to create a tenured professor chair in the USask College of Engineering for research and teaching that develops local talent in the large, fast-growing industry of electronic design automation (EDA).

Jun 27, 2024

Greg McJannet honoured with International Engagement Service Award

Greg McJannet (BEd'96), associate director of the Saskatchewan Educational Leadership Unit (SELU) was recognized with the USask International Engagement Service Award during the 2024 Staff and Faculty Service Awards reception on June 18. This award recognizes individuals who have significantly enhanced international experiences, research, and partnerships, and who have fostered global citizenship within the USask community and beyond.

Jun 26, 2024

USask celebrates distinguished honorary degree recipients

During Spring Convocation at Merlis Belsher Place from June 3-7, graduating students from colleges across campus were regaled with inspiring stories of courage, curiosity and dedication from this year’s honorary degree recipients.